Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Sociology, B.S.


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Sociology is the systematic study of society and human activity. The Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology is designed to enhance the student’s ability to understand various forms of social and cultural interaction. With an emphasis on both sociological and anthropological theory and research, the sociology degree is useful preparation for advanced graduate study as well as entry-level employment. The Program will expand a student’s ability to question and understand various forms of social interaction in social and cultural systems. The courses offered here will provide knowledge of the substantive areas of sociology and anthropology, the use of concepts and research techniques of sociological investigation, and background in sociological theory.

Students with a B.S. degree in Sociology frequently find employment in entry-level positions within public administration, advertising, business, social service agencies, health services, community planning and teaching. Many sociology majors also pursue graduate study in such areas as sociology, social work, public administration, anthropology and law.

Degree Requirements


Core Curriculum Requirements (34 Credit Hours)


For details on the required courses, refer to the Core Curriculum   program. 

Elective Credits (27 Credit Hours)


12-15 credit hours of SOCY electives + 6-9 credit hours of Institutional Expertise electives + 6 credit hours of Skills electives must total at least 27 hours. 

Sociology Electives (12-15 Credit Hours)


Any SOCY prefix electives 2000-level or above except SOCY 2200 SOCY 2205 ,SOCY 3395 SOCY 3396 SOCY 4480 SOCY 4481 , and SOCY 4482 

Institutional Expertise Electives (6-9 Credit Hours)


Choose 6-9 hours from the following options:

Skills Electives-Professional Communications (3 Credit Hours)


Choose one from the options below: 

Skills Electives-Ethics and Literacy


Chose one from the options below:

Double Major or Minor Required


Students are required to complete a minor, or double major. Typical minors are in Psychology, Community Health, or Criminal Justice. Minor or double major credit hours vary.

Degree Total = 120 Credit Hours